what is phentermine

A:There is this program through a doctor where I live. You are prescribed phentermine, you get a b-12 shot, and vitamins for a month supply. I did it for a month for motivation because my workouts were boring and even though I was eating rather healthy, I wasn't seeing the results I wanted to see. Many people do the program for 2 or 3 months. The doctor recommends at least 3 months so they can, as they said, "ween" you off the drugs. HAHA! What a lame way to say they just want more money. I guess maybe some people actually do get addicted to it. In all honesty, I know it's bad for you and that's why I only did it a month. Long-term use could cause heart problems and other problems. It is, simply stated, speed. You lose weight because it is an appetite suppressant and it makes your heart rate CONSTANTLY go fast. This is what happens when you workout, your heart rate speeds up. So therefore, it's like you're exercising all day, but it's still not good for you. The program I did only allowed you to have 1200 good calories a day. But I do know people who didn't work out or eat that great, just smaller portions, while they were on the drugs and still lost weight. The more overweight you are, the more weight you will lose in the first 2 or 3 weeks. After that, your body will get used to the drug and it isn't as much weight loss. Phentermine shouldn't be used for a "quick fix" and in order to keep the weight off after you get off the pills, you should continue to eat right and exercise...otherwise all the weight will come back. I was by far, overweight or even chunky when I did it, I just needed help to get the toned look I was trying to achieve. Now, I workout 2 and a half hours a day, 6 days a week, weight lifting included. I don't go by what the scale says because muscle weighs more than fat. I went by my pants size. By the end of the second week, without exercise, I lost 8 pounds. The next two weeks I lost 4 pounds all together. So in total I lost 12 pounds in a month. I went down two sizes in my pants.

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A:I have taken them both and they only work for a short time. It is better if you can loose weight without the side effects of these medicines. If you cut back on junk food and cut down on high fat foods. Eat plenty of vegetables and lean protein and get exercise. Just get moving. Walk, Dance, do some gardening. You'll get there. Not overnight, but you didn't gain it overnight either. God Bless You, ;-)

A:This drug sounds scary. Please read: What is the most important information I should know about phentermine? Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Phentermine may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or restlessness, and it may hide the symptoms of extreme tiredness. If you experience these effects, avoid hazardous activities. Phentermine is habit forming. You can become physically and psychologically dependent on this medication, and withdrawal effects may occur if you stop taking it suddenly after several weeks of continuous use. Talk to your doctor about stopping this medication gradually. Do not crush, chew or open any "once-daily" phentermine tablets or capsules. Swallow them whole. http://health.yahoo.com/drug/d00806a1... I lost 112 pounds by losing it slowly. I was happy at losing 1-5 pounds amonth. It took me 1.5 years to lose it but it is gone. I exercised daily so that I would not have the flabby skin. I started out only being able to walk 7 minutes and gave up that day. I went back out the next day and walked 15 minutes. I can now jog and love to jog 3-5 days per week up to 1 hour. You can do this !

A:Phentermine is a dangerous medication... It is highly addictive in nature... and should ALWAYS be taken under the direct supervision of a doctor... I would not suggest continuing this search... If a doctor is not prescribing it and watching how you are reacting to it you could end up in serious trouble... It is illegal to take this medication without a prescription... It is classified as a C3 narcotic... That means it poses a serious risk for addiction... Find a doctor first please...